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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-16, 08:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,760
Posted By zenith

I think it's easier for carbon frames routing...

I think it's easier for carbon frames routing otherwise I'd say looks. I totally unlike them. When I picked my carbon road frame I went with the less internal as possible. Only my brake cable is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-16, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,965
Posted By zenith

What a great thread! Lots and lots of beautiful...

What a great thread! Lots and lots of beautiful bikes.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-06-16, 07:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 21,891
Posted By zenith

Giant is big, probably the biggest bike company...

Giant is big, probably the biggest bike company out there. The quality vs price of their product is great. They have many different products. It's hard to find similar products for the same price...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-16, 07:14 AM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,688
Posted By zenith

This thread is making me drool uncontrollably. So...

This thread is making me drool uncontrollably. So many cool bikes. I want a celeste Bianchi now! :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-16, 11:53 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,651
Posted By zenith

Thanks for the info. It did look like plastic to...

Thanks for the info. It did look like plastic to me. It might be the area that the Delrin is. It's very dry over here and I've seen many broken ones. The picture is from my Goricke (sp?). It just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-16, 11:32 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,688
Posted By zenith

late 80's? low end bike. I also have a brown...

late 80's? low end bike. I also have a brown cruiser that I have to take a picture of.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-16, 11:29 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,688
Posted By zenith

My 91 Squadra with a few upgrades. I had issues...

My 91 Squadra with a few upgrades. I had issues with the derailleurs and down tube shifters so it's currently dismantled and waiting for new parts to become a commuter.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-16, 11:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,651
Posted By zenith

Very cool bike! Phil hubs are great. They will...

Very cool bike! Phil hubs are great. They will last a long time. Your simplex rear derailleur looks in great condition. I have had to change them (front and rear) because they broke. The plastic they...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-16, 11:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,744
Posted By zenith

My Eclipse hybrid commuter. I believe it weight...

My Eclipse hybrid commuter. I believe it weight around 35 pounds as it sit. I have to find my scale and confirm
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Forum: Commuting
04-05-16, 11:08 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,606
Posted By zenith

I have a 3.5 km and 700m elevation with 7% ...

I have a 3.5 km and 700m elevation with 7% incline hill I have to climb on the way home after work. I changed my 8 speed cassette for a 11-34 (mega range) to work with my triple crank. My bike is a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-16, 10:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,538
Posted By zenith

Thanks for the information RoadGuy. That's...

Thanks for the information RoadGuy. That's something to not forget about. I have to replace the current bottom bracket as it's bearings and cups are no good. I'm looking for a square taper because I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-16, 10:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 695
Posted By zenith

I should have checked better my freehub as it is...

I should have checked better my freehub as it is not a campy as per the person who sold me the wheel set. I just tried a shimano cassette and it fits. Problem solved and i'm one step ahead.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-05-16, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,279
Posted By zenith

Mine took me to work and then home. It does twice...

Mine took me to work and then home. It does twice a week.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-16, 09:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,538
Posted By zenith

Online part shopping

I was wondering where were the best online sources for bike parts. I have an hard time finding a square taper triple road crank set especially.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-16, 09:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,168
Posted By zenith

I use small small and run it in the rear...

I use small small and run it in the rear derailleur. I put a little bit of tension in the derailleur and it`s done.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-16, 05:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,768
Posted By zenith

Make sure the cable is properly in place in the...

Make sure the cable is properly in place in the shifter part then put it at the lowest gear and pull the cable in the rear derailleur. I bet its just a cable tension problem. It's a common problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-16, 04:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,731
Posted By zenith

I've broken more blue parks lever than anything....

I've broken more blue parks lever than anything. My favorite are Pedro's. I'm on my second set. I've loaded and unloaded hundreds of tires for 4 years before one of my Pedro's gave up. My take is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,157
Posted By zenith

You should be able to fit most of the parts to a...

You should be able to fit most of the parts to a new frame. You might need new cables and maybe a new bottom bracket and other small parts like that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-16, 04:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,743
Posted By zenith

I had a black Antelope with Exage at some point....

I had a black Antelope with Exage at some point. I thought it was from between 1990-91.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-16, 07:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,584
Posted By zenith

That bike looks a bit small for you. It's...

That bike looks a bit small for you. It's rideable but might feel better a bit more extended and less seat post.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-16, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 695
Posted By zenith

compatibility

I'm upgrading an old Bianchi frame to 10 speeds. I have a 10 speed campy freehub wheelset that I want to use. I want to keep my down tube shifting system and only Shimano offer a 10 speeds. I planned...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-14, 12:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 796
Posted By zenith

The dish is also something to check.

The dish is also something to check.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-14, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 976
Posted By zenith

I have used an hair dryer on some and vandal...

I have used an hair dryer on some and vandal spray gel on others. Both work very well depending on the sticker type.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-14, 09:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,662
Posted By zenith

I have a little bike shoppe and am a collector....

I have a little bike shoppe and am a collector. Parts bikes were everywhere and I never really used them. Now most are collection and maybe 60 of those I have are yo fix up and resale.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,662
Posted By zenith

Reminds me of the husband testings. I randomly...

Reminds me of the husband testings. I randomly finds motor parts in the freezer or a missing hair dryer. Not fun but he let me have my bikes in the house.
Hope others can live with compromises.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-14, 08:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By zenith

Typical of those and a problem seen in SRAMs....

Typical of those and a problem seen in SRAMs. Usually a gentle pry between the hub and a rocking motion of the cassette should help.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-14, 11:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,662
Posted By zenith

Corben, this is not a life. You need help to keep...

Corben, this is not a life. You need help to keep your sanity.
In my household i have the bike problem. My n+1 rule once got mt me to 600+ units. My husband and i had a nice discussion about it. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-14, 10:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,922
Posted By zenith

That's a good idea. If Marinoni can do it others...

That's a good idea. If Marinoni can do it others probably can do it too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-14, 10:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 951
Posted By zenith

I can't remember what my qr is. The hub is a...

I can't remember what my qr is. The hub is a shimano 600 7speeds. The bike is an 88. I just got it about a month ago and rode on it for a few days (total of about 60km) before it happened. Only...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-14, 10:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,922
Posted By zenith

A powder coating shoppe would be the place to go...

A powder coating shoppe would be the place to go if you want something done nicely. They should be able to do the strippingtoo. They will also be aable to reproduce your color. That avenue will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-14, 08:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 951
Posted By zenith

My bad, I meant left side. Sorry for the...

My bad, I meant left side. Sorry for the confusion. I will try tightening the qr more see what it does.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-14, 11:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 951
Posted By zenith

back wheel problem

On my fiori piquante I started having an issue. The back wheel will go sideway to the right rubbing on the feame, seems like its when tension is applied to the the freewheel. I have rear drop outs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-14, 11:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,119
Posted By zenith

Steel frame are great to use for an upgrade kit....

Steel frame are great to use for an upgrade kit. About a month ago I stripped and installed new parts in a Cambio Rhino. A Miche Team gruppo was put on it. With the Miche grupo you save on the cost...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-14, 11:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 638
Posted By zenith

Maybe a slow leak from a pinch.

Maybe a slow leak from a pinch.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-14, 11:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,092
Posted By zenith

I love my gts and this one would be in my rebuilt...

I love my gts and this one would be in my rebuilt pile if it was mine. It should be fairly inexpensive to rebuilt it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 09:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By zenith

That bike is amazing! It looks like out of...

That bike is amazing! It looks like out of 1980's. With 26inc wheels. Cool rig!
I you are still looking for a road bike I'd say the Bianchi is better. The Campagnollo groupo is probabky a Chorus...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 09:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By zenith

If it fits grab it. I started commuting with a 50...

If it fits grab it. I started commuting with a 50 pounds department store bike. I did put road tires on it and I enjoyed my rides. I road that rig for years before I replaced it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 09:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,328
Posted By zenith

I think your wheel is fine. If its true and it...

I think your wheel is fine. If its true and it doesn't dish ride it. There's enough spokes to hold it. Also what you see on the web is not always the best way to do things.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 09:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,187
Posted By zenith

For my road bike I have a pair of Chain and a...

For my road bike I have a pair of Chain and a vintage pair of aviva. I also like to ride my rat traps pedals with a pair of all leather nikes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-14, 11:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 822
Posted By zenith

If you put the derailleur on the small chainring...

If you put the derailleur on the small chainring can you push it with your hand over the big ring? If so it just need to be adjusted. Sometimes they can be hard.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-14, 11:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,795
Posted By zenith

This thing look like it sat in the wet for a...

This thing look like it sat in the wet for a while. Outch!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-14, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,966
Posted By zenith

I realize that this is an old thread but wanted...

I realize that this is an old thread but wanted to contribute.
I don't know much about the company but I do know they were around for a short period of time. I eould have to ask my parents to know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-13, 10:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By zenith

Do you think its french, english, swiss, etc..?

Do you think its french, english, swiss, etc..?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-13, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By zenith

bottom bracket

I have a 1981 Puch Austrio-Daimler. An idea on what kind of bottom bracket it might be? I need to gigure it out to be able to order the right replacement. Tks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-13, 10:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,802
Posted By zenith

I use it too and the bike shop where I work use...

I use it too and the bike shop where I work use it. I actually learn it from them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-13, 09:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 743
Posted By zenith

I do have lots of bikes but not much of roadies...

I do have lots of bikes but not much of roadies types. I have mostly cruisers and mountains. I know how to size but not sure about material (I guess steelies are best?) or what kind of geometry I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-13, 07:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 743
Posted By zenith

fixie / single speed frame

I'm thinking about starting to build a single speed or fixie. What are the things I should look for on frame! Braze on or not, 700c wheels or other, etc...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-13, 06:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,453
Posted By zenith

I think it could but I want to preserve the...

I think it could but I want to preserve the cranks as they have Raleigh imprinted.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-13, 06:56 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 15,064
Posted By zenith

I'd say keep what you have the way it is and use...

I'd say keep what you have the way it is and use it. Save your pennies for something else down the road. My first real grown up bike was a cheap CCM that was worth $100 in 1994. I only swapped the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-13, 06:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,453
Posted By zenith

Thanks FBinNY. That's a great tip/

Thanks FBinNY. That's a great tip/
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